Richland Creek hike will offer scenic rewards

9:47 PM,
Jun. 5, 2014

Views of scenic Richland Falls.

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A string of waterfalls awaits the adventuresome hiker willing to tackle the rugged terrain of the Richland Creek Wilderness Area north of Ben Hur.

Though the hike may begin at the Richland Creek Campground, starting at the Hill Cemetery to the north of the Wilderness area rewards the hiker with several waterfalls and a less traveled path through the woods.

A four-wheel-drive vehicle is a must to get to the historic Hill Cemetery. The weathered tombstones bring a different age to mind, when life was hard and children often died young. ...